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Published: October 6, 2021 | Last Reviewed: August 7, 2026

When dogs attack humans, the consequences can be serious, and even deadly. Toddlers and small children are particularly vulnerable to fatal injuries sustained in tragic encounters with aggressive, violent dogs. The people who are lucky enough to escape dog attacks with their lives often sustain serious injuries. Dog bites can cause a victim to become permanently disfigured. They can also transmit life-threatening infections to the victims of dog attacks, causing them to acquire or develop:

  • Rabies
  • Tetanus
  • Endocarditis
  • Sepsis
  • Meningitis
  • And possibly more

Furthermore, people who have survived a traumatic dog attack often sustain injuries that are both physical and psychological in nature. These injuries often include:

  • Scarring
  • Broken or fractured bones
  • Muscular damage
  • Sprains and strains
  • Lifelong phobias
  • Sleep disorders
  • Panic attacks
  • Post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD)
  • Low self-image resulting from physical disfigurement
  • And more

Even the most mild-mannered dog has the potential to unexpectedly attack friends, neighbours, visitors, passersby, and delivery personnel. In fact, hundreds of Canada Post employees each year are severely injured by other people’s dogs, and incur substantial financial losses as a result of being attacked. When dogs are not properly restrained, innocent, unsuspecting humans may be forced to live with the consequences for years following their attack.

After sustaining injuries in a dog attack, survivors often incur significant financial losses related to their physical and psychological recovery and more. Common examples of financial losses commonly endured by the victims of dog attacks include:

  • Medical expenses
  • Psychological counselling
  • Psychiatric treatment
  • Prescriptions
  • Reconstructive surgeries
  • Lost wages
  • Reduced future earning capacities
  • And more

If you were attacked by someone else’s dog and sustained compensable injuries as a result, the dog’s owner may be considered negligent, and therefore, liable for damages you have incurred. That is because dog owners have a responsibility to reasonably control their pet’s behaviour. As such, they should take proper preventative measures to ensure they do not cause harm to other people. Even if the owner’s dog has never behaved in a violent manner in the past, they may still be required to financially compensate people injured in an aggressive encounter with their pet.

If you were injured by someone else’s dog, our dog bite lawyers serving Campbellton may be able to provide you with beneficial legal advice and assistance. By working with our Campbellton dog bite lawyers, you may be able to pursue a civil claim against the owner of the violent dog that attacked you.

To learn how our dog bite lawyers serving Campbellton may be able to help with your case, call Preszler Injury Lawyers today and schedule a free initial consultation.

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If you have been injured by someone else’s dog and are unsure whether you might be entitled to financial compensation, schedule your free initial consultation with our dog bite lawyers serving Campbellton.

During a cost-free, no-obligation first meeting with our Campbellton dog bite lawyers, you will have the opportunity to review the circumstances of your attack and learn about legal options for financial recovery that may be available to you. To receive the benefit of our legal advice during a free initial consultation, contact Preszler Injury Lawyers today.

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Preszler Injury Lawyers represents injured people across Ontario in personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accident claims, slip and fall claims, long-term disability claims, and institutional abuse claims.

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Case Results

dog bite Settlements

Please note that past results are not indicative of future results as each scenario presents itself with its unique set of circumstances. But here are some dog bite related wins we’ve had for our clients.

Settlement

Dog Bite

$900,000

An individual was riding his bicycle in a park where a dog ran towards him and struck him. The individual fell off his bike and sustained serious brain injuries.

Settlement

Dog Bite

$900,000

Dog Attack. Client Injuries: Head injury and cognitive issues

dog bite FAQs

Here are some commonly asked questions for dog bite claims

You may have a claim if a dog owner or another responsible person failed to take reasonable steps to prevent the attack. Liability can depend on factors such as the dog’s previous behaviour, the owner’s knowledge, how the animal was controlled, and the circumstances of the incident. A lawyer can investigate what happened and determine whether you may be entitled to compensation.

Not necessarily. Evidence that a dog previously acted aggressively can help establish that its owner knew about the danger, but a prior bite is not the only way to prove liability. A claim may also be based on negligence—for example, if the owner failed to restrain or supervise the dog when a reasonable person would have done so.

Depending on your injuries and circumstances, compensation may be available for pain and suffering, lost income, treatment expenses, rehabilitation costs, scarring, psychological trauma, and future care needs. The value of a claim depends on the evidence and the attack’s short- and long-term effects.

Nova Scotia’s general limitation period is often two years from the date a claim is discovered, but exceptions and different deadlines may apply. Because evidence can disappear and limitation issues can be complicated, it is important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.

Preszler Injury Lawyers handles eligible dog bite claims on a contingency-fee basis. This generally means you do not pay legal fees upfront, and legal fees are collected only if compensation is recovered for you. During a free initial consultation, we can explain the fee arrangement, potential expenses, and how costs would be handled in your case.

A dog bite lawyer can investigate the attack, identify the responsible parties, gather evidence about the dog’s behaviour, obtain medical documentation, and calculate your losses. Your lawyer can also communicate with insurers, negotiate on your behalf, and pursue legal action when necessary—all while protecting your rights and applicable deadlines.

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